Sea horses are fish that are found worldwide, generally in tropical and temperate waters. There are about 35 species of sea horses, and they are among the only animals on Earth in which the male bears children and gives birth.

Sea horses come in a wide range of colors and sizes, growing 0.6 inches to 14 inches long. They are carnivores (meat eaters) that can consume 3,000 or more brine shrimp per day.